January 2014 - lost the weight that I gained in December then moved house - ate like a twunt!
February 2014 - 1lb
March 2014 - 6lbs
April 2014 - 5lbs
May 2014 - 2lbs
June 2014 - 6lbs
July 2014 - 2lbs
August 2014 - 2lbs so far...

Sorry, but I haven't. I have had a long term back problem, which has significantly improved recently - which I can only put down to losing some weight (still a way to go though!). However, I have had other aches and pains (tendonitis), due to some over zealous Wii fit activity! Have you been doing more exercise which could explain the aches and stiffness?

I don't reckon this is due to the weight loss, which would have reduced the stresses on your back. When we are asleep the muscles generally relax, so it's interesting that this is better during the day, when the muscles are actually being used. Have you tried stretching, and a heat pack? Are you taking an painkiller when you are waking up?
I wouldn't let this go on for too long, perhaps see a physio or someone. Good luck!

Sounds like, if it continues, you should see a doctor. Losing weight should make it easier on your bones and joints, not harder. Have you been doing a lot of exercise recently? Have you bought a new pillow/bed/mattress/chair? Even new shoes can effect your back.

I used to have back trouble. If you suspect your back might be inflamed, it's best to pop some ibuprofen consistently for a week to calm down the area. I also recommend things like deep heat packs. And don't do any heavy lifting!

January 2014 - lost the weight that I gained in December then moved house - ate like a twunt!
February 2014 - 1lb
March 2014 - 6lbs
April 2014 - 5lbs
May 2014 - 2lbs
June 2014 - 6lbs
July 2014 - 2lbs
August 2014 - 2lbs so far...

Poor you - I've no idea what it could be, hopefully the doctor will have a solution ... if you pick up some ibuprofen from a chemist, it might be worth having a word with the pharmacist as they can often help while you wait for a GP appointment. Hope you get a good night's sleep soon x

I've been signed off work for a week. I don't know what I'm going to do. I've never been signed off work before. I'm going to end up sat in front of the bloody TV trying to ignore the hunger of boredom!!!

January 2014 - lost the weight that I gained in December then moved house - ate like a twunt!
February 2014 - 1lb
March 2014 - 6lbs
April 2014 - 5lbs
May 2014 - 2lbs
June 2014 - 6lbs
July 2014 - 2lbs
August 2014 - 2lbs so far...

Of course! Why didn't I think of that before! My brother and dad both had it a few years ago. Although boredom might set in, the more you rest, the quicker the body tends to heal. Drink lots of fluid, and have a continuous supply of healthy snacks on hand for when food boredom hits. How about doing a jigsaw, or crosswords, or something ... or rent a huge pile of "been meaning to watch" dvds from Blockbusters or similar? Thinking of you and hope you get better real soon x

Shingles is caused by the same virus as chicken pox. When you have chicken pox the virus remains dormant near your spine. At my age the doctor says it can be re-awakened by stress. It travels to nerve endings in my case on one side of my torso mostly my back. It makes your skin hurt (I thought it was muscular because it was so painful) then you come out in a rash that blisters like pox.

It can be contagious to people who have not had chicken pox or people with low immunity... I work with teenagers and two of my colleagues are pregnant... so I'm quarentined for a week.

Doctor says because I'm young I should recover quickly, it can be really dangerous for the elderly.

January 2014 - lost the weight that I gained in December then moved house - ate like a twunt!
February 2014 - 1lb
March 2014 - 6lbs
April 2014 - 5lbs
May 2014 - 2lbs
June 2014 - 6lbs
July 2014 - 2lbs
August 2014 - 2lbs so far...

Poor you. I really sympathise, this only reminds me of when I had mumps this year (god knows how). But at least you'll be able to eat, I couldn't have anything at all. Worst week of my life! Just take it as a mini holiday kind of.

Friday Girls Balloon Holder:

February 12th February 26th March 12th March 19th April 23rd July 23rd

MiniMins.com is a weight loss support community helping each other on their weight loss journey. We have a multitude of forums, from Slimming World and Exante, to Success Stories. Click the logo at the top right to return to the forum home page at any time.